Commissioning Senior Project Manager

DLB Associates is a premier engineering and consulting firm specializing in innovative, mission-critical solutions across hyperscale data centers, advanced infrastructure, and high-performance building systems. With over four decades of expertise, we partner with some of the world s most influential companies to design and optimize environments that demand precision, scalability, and resilience. Join us and be part of a team where your voice matters, your work makes an impact, and your growth is a shared priority. Position Title: Commissioning Senior Project Manager Position Location: Remote - work virtually from anywhere in the United States. Must be located near a major US airport. JOB SUMMARY The Commissioning Senior Project Manager provides technical support and leadership to plan, schedule and execute full life cycle commissioning of critical facilities on a programmatic basis. This person participates in the MEP design review process and participates in functional testing of complex electrical and mechanical systems, with a focus on higher level programmatic details. The Commissioning Senior Project Manager is responsible for supporting all aspects of a project. This person will work as part of the project team and interact closely with the owner, designers, contractors, subcontractors and other trades on projects in mission critical environments. The role includes developing and evaluating bid proposals, developing commissioning plans and schedules, facilitating communication and ensuring compliance with owner s requirements, applicable laws and specifications. The Commissioning Senior Project Manager will be self-directed on day-to-day work and independently performs most responsibilities. Will lead project teams of complex scope and broader programs. Will coordinate activities of other personnel. Assists in the development of policies and procedures. This person will communicate and operate in line with organizational goals and values, as well as departmental objectives. ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS Manage all Elements of Commissioning Projects (50%) • Manage pre-construction elements including project initiation, kickoff, RFIs and submittals • Coordinate resource and material forecasting • Develop, manage and monitor schedule • Participate in, schedule and lead project meetings • Coordinate / perform QA / QC and Cx plans and specifications to ensure completion in accordance with the project scope and appropriate guidelines and manuals • Communicate and coordinate project staffing needs • Oversee start-up, cutover, pre-functional or functional testing and project closeout • Onboard project team for mobilization • Prepare project progress reports for internal and external stakeholders • Lead preparation of final commissioning report for submission to client • Develop testing plans and procedures for complex projects Monitor and Control Project Financials (20%) • Prepare, forecast and monitor project budgets, profitability, margins, bill rates and utilization and maintain overall responsibility for the profitability of the project • Communicate with the client when additional fees / change orders are required • Identify potential project risks and develop / implement strategies to minimize impact and control deviations from estimated costs and project deadlines Manage Stakeholder Relations (25%) • Prepare proposals, presentations and the overall marketing efforts of the firm • Promote firm, service and expertise to existing or potential clients • Maintain client relationship to ensure an ongoing positive relationship and work with clients to identify and develop new projects • Support contact for clients and build effective, long-term client relationships • Ensure client satisfaction through active communication Perform On-site Commissioning Activities (5%) • On-site inspection, validation, functional testing, verification and troubleshooting of electrical and mechanical equipment • Use technical equipment to perform testing • Direct vendors / contractors in the execution of the testing Completion of Assigned Tasks and Deliverables on Time and on Budget Performs Other Related Duties as Assigned POSITION REQUIREMENTS (ADVANCED LEVEL FOR ALL THE FOLLOWING) • Knowledge of industry trends, project management and construction procedures and best practices • Knowledge of business and management principles involved in strategic planning, resource allocation, leadership technique, and coordination of people and resources • Knowledge of materials, methods, and the tools involved in the construction mission critical, commercial buildings, or other structures • Skilled in completing assignments accurately and with attention to detail • Skilled at managing personnel and material resources • Ability to learn client and / or industry specific management software • Ability to work successfully in a remote environment thru effective communication and organizational skills, self-m...